1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1960 Porsche 718
To start off, 1960 Porsche 718 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 718 (146 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 718 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jensen 541 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1960 Porsche 718.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 1960 Porsche 718 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | 541 | 718 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
